Jharkhand Civic Polls Witness Historic Rise in Women Candidates

Urban local body elections in Jharkhand show remarkable increase in women's participation, with 42% candidates for mayor/chairperson posts and 50% for ward councillor positions. Experts cite reservation policy and growing political awareness as key driver

Delhi Court Hears Bail Arguments in Turkman Gate Case

A Delhi court heard bail arguments for four accused in the Turkman Gate stone-pelting case, reserving orders on seven others. Defence cited digital evidence while prosecution cited pending medical reports.

Nashik Corporators Demand Road Repairs at First GB Meeting

Corporators at Nashik Municipal Corporation's first general body meeting demanded urgent road repairs, pothole-free streets, and uniform development across all wards. Discussions on standing committee appointments were deferred pending official details.

Delhi Police Probe Social Media Hype on Missing Girls

Delhi Police have launched an investigation into amplified social media chatter about missing persons, particularly girls, finding links to paid promotions for an upcoming movie. Authorities urge public not to panic.

Elderly Farmer Killed in Hazaribag Tractor Accident

A 65-year-old farmer, Vasudev Mahto, died on the spot when a speeding tractor rammed his bike near Luta Railway Overbridge in Hazaribag. The driver fled, sparking local protests and police investigation.

Jharkhand HC Slams Police Over Illegal Student Detention

The Jharkhand High Court reprimanded Chatra police for illegally detaining a 19-year-old student and two other children for 10 days without due process. The court has summoned senior officers for a hearing on February 13.

Koderma Police Form SIT for 10 Missing Birhor Children

Koderma police have established a special investigation team after 10 children from the vulnerable Birhor tribal community vanished on February 1. The children, aged 5 to 8, disappeared following a family feast in Parsabad.

Court Dismisses Alka Lamba's Petition in Protest Case

A Delhi court dismissed Congress functionary Alka Lamba's revision petition in a case linked to a protest demanding women's reservation in Parliament, holding sufficient evidence exists to proceed.

Hubballi-Dharwad May Waive Interest on Pending Water Bills

The Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation is planning a one-time settlement scheme to recover Rs 324 crore in pending water bills, with interest waivers for defaulters. Mayor Jyothi Patil has urged the commissioner to seek state approval.

Bihar Official Arrested for Bribery, Alleges Corruption

Vigilance Investigation Bureau arrests assistant director Paramjay Singh for accepting Rs 5 lakh bribe. Search yields Rs 15 lakh cash, documents. Singh claims conspiracy, alleges tender inflation from Rs 80 crore to Rs 500 crore.

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